Category: Camera Accessories

640GB 320GB Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Card up for Pre-order on Amazon US

Sony has launched CFexpress Type A Memory Cards with 640GB ( ‎CEAG640T ) and 320GB storage ( CEAG320T ) along with their new Sony Cinema Line FX30 Super 35 Camera in the US. Earlier, Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Cards were available in 80GB and 160GB options ( CEAG80T / CEAG160T ). These new cards are compatible with various Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras such as ILCE-7M4, ILME-FX6, ILCE-1, ILME-FX3, ILCE-7SM3, etc.

Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Card offer high performance read and write performance. In ideal conditions, it offers up to 800MB/s read speed and 700MB/s write speed. It has effective heat dissipation to support high bitrate data transfers. These memory cards are TOUGH and are resistant to Humidity, X-ray, electrostatic charge, and ultraviolet radiation.

Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Card 320GB Price in the US starts at $649.99 ( Pre-order from Amazon.com ). 640GB variant is available to pre-order for $1,249.99 ( Amazon.com ). These new cards will be released and shipped to customers on December 5, 2022.

As an Amazon associate, i earn from qualifying purchases.

New Launches in Photography and Camera Gear on Amazon US [ June 2022 ]

Amazon US has listed a few recently announced new Cameras and Lenses up for pre-order online. Sony launched a few ultra-wide and wide-angle lenses for its Sony Alpha series of cameras a couple of days ago. Sony also launched Xperia 1 IV XQZCBCT/B Android smartphone which comes with some fantastic cameras. Canon has come up with some APS-C mirrorless cameras as well. All these new Photography Gears are now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. Check out the prices and availability below.

Sony Xperia 1 IV 512GB Factory Unlocked Smartphone with Sony Official Case with Stand Bundle ( XQZCBCT/B ) costs $1,634.98 in the US. You can also get it with Sony WF-1000XM4 Industry Leading Noise Canceling Truly Wireless Earbud Headphones for a price of $1,599.99. The Sony Xperia 1 IV along has a launch selling price of $1,599.99 in the US. It is the first smartphone to feature an optical zoom camera built-in. This high-end smartphone comes with a 6.5” 4K 120Hz HDR OLED 21:9 wide Display and supports 4K HDR native 120fps video recording on all rear cameras.

Sony has launched 3 new lenses for its Alpha Mirrorless Camera bodies – Sony SEL15F14G E 15mm F1.4 G APS-C Large-Aperture Wide-Angle G Lens ( Price: $749.99 ), Sony SELP1020G E PZ 10-20mm F4 G APS-C Constant-Aperture Power Zoom G Lens ( Price: $749.99 ), and Sony SEL11F18 E 11mm F1.8 APS-C ultra-wide-angle Prime for APS-C Cameras ( Price: $549.99 ).

Amazon US now listed new Canon Mirrorless Cameras launched in 2022 up for Pre-order. Canon R10(US) Body only has a pre-order price of $979.99 in the US. It comes with a 24.2 megapixels APS-C-sized CMOS sensor. You can also buy Canon R7 which features a newly developed High Image Quality 32.5 megapixels APS-C sized CMOS sensor. The body only Canon R7 can be pre-ordered for $1,499. You can also buy it with 18-150 IS STM lens for a price of $1,899.00.

Fujifilm has a new Camera and new high-end lens up for grabs as well. Fujifilm X-H2S Mirrorless Camera Body is available to pre-order from Amazon US along with the new Fujifilm XF150-600mmF5.6-8 R LM OIS WR Lens which costs $1,999.

Sony ECMW2BT wireless mic up for Pre-order on Amazon US

Sony has launched a new wireless microphone aimed at Vloggers. Sony ECMW2BT has a launch price tag of $229.99 in the US. It is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US ( check here ).

Sony ECMW2BT features an omnidirectional mic capsule that helps you to pick up voice clearly wherever it’s coming from. You can pair this wireless mic with any Sony camera that supports a Digital Audio Interface via a Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe.

It has an attenuator function switch that lets you adjust recording levels ( 0dB, 10dB, 20dB ) to get the best audio out. Sony ECMW2BT ships with a wind screen which you can attach to it to get a cleaner recording with less wind noise when shooting outside.

Sony uses Qualcomm aptX Low Latency Bluetooth codec to transmit between the microphone and receiver units ensuring low latency and good audio quality. According to official specs, you can get up to 600 ft connectivity in locations with fewer obstacles.

Sony ECMW2BT wireless mic Features

  • Compact, lightweight design
  • Omnidirectional microphone
  • Cable-free digital transmission
  • High-quality audio transmission using Qualcomm aptX Low Latency Bluetooth codec
  • Attenuator function
  • Windscreen included
  • Dust and moisture resistant design
  • Record wirelessly for up to 9 hours
  • Up to 600 ft (200 m) in locations with good visibility
  • 3.5-mm stereo mini-jack
  • Display lamps
  • Connector protect holder ( doubles as a mic stand )
  • The receiver unit also has an internal mic

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Sony SEL35F14GM 35mm F1.4 GM Lens in stock on Amazon US | Price, Specs

Sony has launched a 35mm F1.4 GM prime E-mount lens ( SEL35F14GM ) for their Sony Alpha Full Frame bodies. It has a launch selling price of $1,399 in the US. It is now in stock online on Amazon US.

Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM lens is a high-end Prime lens “delivering first-class image quality and beautiful bokeh in a compact and lightweight design”. This lens weighs just 524 grams.

Sony is using Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements and an ED Glass element for great optical performance and less chromatic aberrations.

For great bokeh, Sony has made this lens with 11 blades of aperture, offering a smoother and dreamy bokeh rendering. You can get circular bokeh even stopped down to F2.8.

This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 10.6 inches (27cm). For fast and accurate autofocus performance, Sony has equipped this lens with Two XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors offering a fast, smooth, and silent AF performance.

Sony SEL35F14GM E-mount Lens Specs

  • 35mm Prime Lens
  • Full Frame E-mount lens
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • F16 Min Aperture
  • 52.5 Focal Length of APS-C Cameras
  • Lens Construction: 14 elements in 10 groups
  • 67mm Filter thread
  • 11 Aperture blades ( circular aperture )
  • 524g
  • Nano AR Coating II
  • Linear Response MF
  • XD Linear Motors
  • ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass
  • 2 XA elements
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.89 ft ( 27cm )
  • Dust and moisture-resistant design
  • Fluorine front-element coating

As an Amazon Associate, i earn from qualifying purchases

Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD for Sony up for Pre-order on Amazon US

Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E Mount Cameras ( Model B070 / AFB070S-700 ) is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. It has a launch selling price of $799.00 in the US. This lens was announced back in December 3, 2020, but is only available to pre-order now. It will ship to customers on January 15, 2021, according to the Amazon.com listing ( check here for the current lowest price ).

Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD is a high-speed standard zoom lens for the Sony E-mount APS-C cameras like A6000, A6100, A6600, etc. You can use it on Sony’s Full Frame bodies in APS-C crop mode, but you won’t get the Full MP of the sensor. For eg on a 24MP Sony A7, you get around 10MP photos in APS-C crop mode using this lens.

According to Tamron, It is the first F2.8 high-speed zoom lens in the world for APS-C mirrorless cameras to achieve a 4.1x zoom ratio. It offers a constant F2.8 aperture throughout its zoom range. This lens has a variable focal length of 17-70mm, which on full-frame terms gives a 25.5 – 105mm equivalent focal length, making it a great walk-around lens to have on your crop sensor camera all the time.

It has a Moisture-Resistant Construction and has Fluorine Coating. It takes 67mm sized filters. This lens is compatible with Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF which are now common in many Sony Mirrorless Cameras.

Tamron 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Specs

  • 17-70mm Focal length ( 25.5mm-105mm )
  • F2.8 constant aperture
  • Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
  • Two GM (Glass Molded Aspherical) lens elements
  • One hybrid aspherical lens element
  • 0.19m ( Wide ) / 0.39m ( Tele-photo ) Close focusing capability
  • Weight: 525g
  • RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor
  • Moisture-Resistant Construction
  • Fast Hybrid AF support
  • Eye AF support
  • 67mm Filter size
  • 9 Aperture blades
  • Minimum aperture: F22
  • Flower-shaped hood
  • Lens caps

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Canon Speedlite EL-1 up for Pre-order on Amazon US

Canon’s new Speedlite EL-1 is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. It has a launch selling price of $1,099.99. This flash was announced back in Oct 2020. Check out the current lowest price for Canon Speedlite EL-1 here. This will ship to customers on February 28, 2021, only.

Specs and Features

  • Maximum Guide Number of 197 Ft./60m at ISO 100 Zoom Flash Head with Wide Range of 24-200mm.
  • New Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Utilizing LC-E6 Battery Charger
  • Improved Recycling Time (0.9 Sec.) and Number Of Flashes (335 Times)
  • New Active Cooling System Enabling Longer Operation and Improved Thermal Management
  • More Versatility with Minimal Power Output Range 1/8192
  • Improved User Interface with New Joystick, Display, and Control Layout
  • LED Modeling Lamp with Adjustable Brightness and Color Temperature
  • Same Dust- and Water-Resistance as EOS-1D Series and a New High-Durability Glass Flash Tube
  • Support of RT Series Flash Products and Wireless Second-Curtain Sync
  • Full Swivel 180° with Bounce Up To 120°, Built-in Catch Light Panel, and Wide Panel
  • Bounce Adapter and Two Color Filters Included
  • CP-E4N battery pack compatible

Canon Speedlite EL-1 has a maximum guide number of 197 ft (60m) at ISO 100 and offers a wide range of 24mm to 200mm flash. This flash uses a new battery that can do a 0.9-sec recycle at full power. The flash head can be swiveled 180 degrees. This flash has weather sealing and has an active cooling system built in to keep the temperature in check.